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Electric Bicycles

Commons · Question 3093 · Tabled 30 Aug 2024 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 9 Sep 2024

Question

Asked by Lee Anderson

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps is she taking to ensure the health and safety of (a) pedestrians and (b) motorists, in the context of increases in the use of e-bikes.

Answer

Answered by Simon Lightwood, 9 Sep 2024

The Government is committed to ensuring the safety of our roads for all road users. Cyclists, whether riding an e-bike or a conventional pedal cycle, have a duty to behave in a safe and responsible manner and follow the rules set out in The Highway Code. ...